Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition
Zero-Turn mower · Model 970848301 · Commercial-duty · Gas
$6,999 Husqvarna list price
Manufacturer list price only — it excludes tax, freight, dealer setup and any local discount, and dealers set the final price.
- Weighs 844 lb
- On a 6×12 trailer 1,744 lb towed, single-axle 3,500 lb
- Mows an acre in 20 min (14 at top speed) How long for your yard? ›
- How these are worked out ›
The Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition is a commercial-grade gas zero-turn mower, built for daily commercial mowing, with a 61-inch deck and a 725.9cc engine making 24 hp. It weighs 844 lb (382.8 kg).
At a glance
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Engine
| Power Source | gas |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (725.9 cc) |
| Engine Power | 24 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Engine Model | FR Series |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 61 in (1549 mm) |
|---|---|
| Blades | 3 |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Deck Material | Steel |
| Anti-Scalp Rollers | Yes |
| Cut Positions | 12 |
| Discharge | Collect/Mulch/Side discharge |
Drive
| Transmission | Hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Ground Speed | 8.5 mph |
Dimensions
| Weight | 844 lbs (382.8 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 5 gal (18.9 L) |
| Length | 75.5 in (1918 mm) |
| Height | 46.5 in (1181 mm) |
Commercial / Pro
| Seat Type | 18" high back |
|---|
Professional use
How the MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition fits commercial and high-acreage work, from the specs we have. Duty class: Commercial.
Productivity computed from deck width and ground speed. Compare on the calculator ›
| Deck width | 61 in |
|---|---|
| Engine make | Kawasaki |
| Engine displacement | 726 cc |
| Engine power | 24 hp |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic |
| Ground speed | 8.5 mph |
| Cut-height range | 38 mm – 114 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.9 L |
| Weight | 382.8 kg |
| Deck construction | Steel |
| Anti-scalp rollers | Yes |
| Seat type | 18" high back |
Husqvarna doesn’t publish 7 of these for the MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition: drive type, warranty, commercial warranty, deck gauge, spindle type, frame construction, drive tire size.
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Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — husqvarna.com.
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What the specs work out to
Figures MowerFacts computes from Husqvarna’s own numbers — not published by the manufacturer.
Mowing time
- ¼ acre5 min 4 min
- ½ acre10 min 7 min
- 1 acre20 min 14 min
- 2 acres41 min 29 min
- 5 acres1 h 42 min 1 h 12 min
- 10 acres3 h 25 min 2 h 23 min
About 20 min per acre at 2.93 acres/hour, mowing at 5.9 mph. The second figure is at the published 8.5 mph top speed (4.19 acres/hour) — faster than anyone really mows. About 14.7 acres per tank.
Weight & hauling
- Machine weight844 lb
- + 6×12 trailer900 lb
- Towed weight1,744 lb
- single-axle 3,500 lbCarries it, 1,756 lb spare
- tandem-axle 7,000 lbCarries it, 5,256 lb spare
Needs a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer and a vehicle rated to tow at least 1,744 lb.
Gate & trailer fit
- 32 in gateToo wide
- 36 in gateToo wide
- 48 in gateToo wide
Needs at least 67 in of clearance (estimated).
Power & run time
- Power per deck inch0.394 hp/in
- Run time per tank~5.0 h
Mowing times assume 2.93 acres/hour: deck width x 5.9 mph at 80% efficiency, which allows for overlap, turns and trimming. 5.9 mph is 70% of the 8.5 mph top speed Husqvarna publishes - almost nobody mows flat out. The "at top speed" figure is the same sum at 8.5 mph, shown so you can see it.
Fit uses the deck width plus 6 in for the discharge chute, because Husqvarna doesn't publish an overall width — measure before buying if a gate is tight.
Towed weight adds a 900 lb allowance for a 6x12 open utility trailer to Husqvarna's published machine weight. Your trailer's own weight is on its VIN plate. Tongue weight, axle placement and your vehicle's tow rating are still yours to check — this is the load, not a loading plan.
Run time assumes a typical 1 gal/hour burn at working load; real consumption varies with engine, load and cut.
Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition questions
What size deck is on the Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition?
The Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition has a 61-inch (1549 mm) cutting deck with 3 blades and steel construction.
What engine is in the Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition?
The Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition is powered by a Kawasaki FR Series, 726 cc, 24 hp. Horsepower is the manufacturer's own rating.
How much does the Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition weigh?
The Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition weighs 844 lb (382.8 kg) as specified by Husqvarna.
What size trailer do I need for the Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition?
At 844 lb, the Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition on a typical 6x12 open utility trailer (about 900 lb empty) is roughly 1,744 lb of towed weight. That is within a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer, and your tow vehicle needs to be rated for at least 1,744 lb. Tongue weight, axle placement and your own trailer's empty weight still have to be checked — this is the arithmetic, not a loading plan.
How fast is the Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition?
Top ground speed is 8.5 mph. With its 61-inch deck that works out to about 4.19 acres per hour at 80% efficiency — allowing for overlap, turns and trimming.
How long does the Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition take to mow an acre?
About 14 min per acre, from its 61-inch deck at 8.5 mph and 80% efficiency — roughly 4.19 acres an hour, so five acres is about 1 h 12 min. Rough or obstacle-heavy ground takes longer; this is deck width times ground speed, not a timed test.
How big is the fuel tank on the Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition?
The Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition holds 5 gal (18.9 L) of fuel.
How much does the Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition cost?
Husqvarna's published list price is $6,999, checked 22 October 2026. That excludes tax, freight, dealer setup and any local discount — dealers set the final price.
What is the Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition built for?
Commercial-duty zero-turn mower. Built for daily, paid commercial use.
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